What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bench Scientist position at Aditi Consulting?
Payrate: $37.90 - $37.90/hr.
Summary:
Company’s BioMedicine Design (BMD) is seeking a highly motivated Biochemist/Molecular Biologist to join the Biotherapeutic Expression and Purification group (BEP) in Cambridge, MA. The qualified candidate will play an essential role in a high-energy DNA production and protein expression research laboratory. The group supports non-GMP transient protein lead production across Company’s diverse biotherapeutic discovery portfolio to enable Company’s research units and their pre-clinical therapeutic in-vitro and in-vivo needs. The BEP DNA production and protein expression group is looking for a laboratory technician to provide DNA production support for the protein expression and purification activities in BEP. The candidate is expected to have a strong background in molecular biology techniques and experience with nucleic acid production and analysis. The successful candidate will grow bacterial cultures and perform large-scale DNA production activities following standardized protocols. The candidate will be a key contributor to the scientific team responsible for protein expression and purification.
Responsibilities
- Independently execute high-throughput plasmid DNA production workflows including bacterial culture, plasmid purification, and downstream sample handling.
- Operate and troubleshoot automated instrumentation including Biotage, Opentrons, and related liquid handling platforms.
- Perform DNA quality control testing including gel electrophoresis, nucleic acid quantification, purity assessment, and endotoxin testing.
- Prepare and submit samples for next-generation sequencing (NGS) and support basic data review of sequencing results.
- Manage plasmid DNA inventory, sample storage, and tracking within electronic databases and sample management systems.
- Maintain accurate records in an electronic lab notebook and ensure documentation compliance.
- Collaborate with expression and purification scientists to ensure timely DNA delivery for downstream workflows.
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance throughput, reproducibility, and cycle time.
- Communicate progress, priorities, and risks to meet production schedules and deadlines.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.
- 2 years experience with molecular biology techniques including plasmid preparation, nucleic acid purification, and quantitative DNA analysis.
- 2 years experience with bacterial cell culture systems.
- Proficiency in DNA QC methods including gel electrophoresis and sample preparation for sequencing.
- Experience operating automated or semi-automated lab instrumentation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a high-throughput setting.
- Proficiency with electronic lab notebooks and sample tracking systems.
- Attention to detail during repetitive, high-volume tasks.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to laboratory safety and compliance.
Skills
- Experience with NGS library preparation or sequencing workflows.
- Familiarity with Python scripting for data analysis or workflow automation.
- Experience with plate-based (96/384-well) high-throughput workflows.
- Familiarity with LIMS or sample management platforms (e.g., FreezerPro, Genedata).
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $37.90 - $37.90 /hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law.
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